Bizarre Caddisfly vs Zebra Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bizarre Caddisfly | Zebra Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lepidostoma togatum | Macrostemum zebratum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Lepidostomatidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bizarre Caddisfly
A North American case-building caddisfly with square-sectioned cases made of leaf bits. Adults have a distinctive hairy appearance around the head.
Did You Know?
Male adults have bizarre modified maxillary palps that give the family its common name.
Zebra Caddis
A strikingly patterned net-spinning caddisfly of eastern North American rivers. Larvae build large silken capture nets in warm rivers.
Did You Know?
Its bold zebra-striped wing pattern makes it one of the most visually striking North American caddisflies.